The 2023 figures for licensed associate professional nurses saw varied trends across countries: the United States had 961.04 thousand, reflecting a slight decrease of 0.43% from the previous year. South Korea demonstrated growth, increasing by 3.78% to 877.8 thousand. Romania and Canada also showed upward trends, with increases of 2.01% and 2.64%, respectively. Hungary saw significant growth at 11.09%, though it began from a smaller base of 40.89 thousand. Iceland witnessed modest growth of 1.7%.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts of healthcare policy changes and aging populations, particularly in countries with expanding healthcare needs. Emerging technologies and alternative healthcare practices may also influence the demand for and supply of nursing professionals globally. Increasing collaboration and exchange programs between countries could enhance training and skills, leading to a better distribution of nursing professionals worldwide.
Top countries in Number of Associate Professional Nurses Licensed to Practice by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 961,040 | 2023 | +1% | -0.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 877,800 | 2023 | +3.59% | +3.78% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 154,160 | 2023 | +2.41% | +2.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 139,440 | 2023 | +2.22% | +2.64% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 40,890 | 2023 | +4.3% | +11.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Iceland | 5,360 | 2023 | +1.61% | +1.7% | View data |
